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The Hopefuls isn't groundbreaking, breathtaking or earth shattering. It's not complex or literary, nor is it twisty or chilling. That being said, here's what it is: an endearing, meandering, laugh-out-loud funny novel that follows a young couple (Beth and Matt), their new best friends (Jimmy and Ash) and another satellite couple (Colleen and Bruce) over … Continue reading The Hopefuls
So I get the ultimate stack of books from the library and I’m in the middle of a funny, lighthearted romance when Life comes calling. And suddenly I’m not in the mood for lighthearted and haven’t read anything in a week. Ain't that the way it goes? I'll come back to Take a Hint, Dani … Continue reading Book-centric
Don't Turn Around by Jessica Barry boasted a blurb / recommendation from Karin Slaughter, one of my favorite authors, and it definitely delivered. Two compelling female characters and a page-turning story. Great way to start the year!The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. Review in progress but I wholeheartedly recommend it. Sad, sweet, horrifying, hopeful.Badass Habits … Continue reading 2021 book list
I only read 21 books this strange and terrible year. But looking back at my list, none of them were a disappointment, I'd recommend them all. Well, except for Jaws - just watch the movie. Below are the books that lingered, that left a mark. FICTION How Not to Die Alone by Richard Roper (Funny … Continue reading the best books I read in 2020
2020 has been a weird year for reading. Some books have taken me months to get through. And there's a chunk of time missing from my tracking notebook - I'm sure I read something the first couple months of quarantine, but I didn't bother writing anything down. Typical pandemic behavior. The Last Mrs. Parrish by … Continue reading 2020 Book List
I read 33 books last year. Looking back, it was a good year for a great story! Here they are, in reading order. I keep track in a little notebook my dad gave me, and I usually add a brief note or just some stars, check marks and smiley faces, depending. I'll include some of … Continue reading 2019 Book List
This blog has been a long time coming and my hope is that you always find something new here. Thanks for stopping by! I envision this as a place to indulge my love of reading. Plans include more than just reviews and recommendations. Now I have a place to keep my many lists: books to … Continue reading new moon, new blog
